MicroChips

MicroChips is the CMU Bookstore's full line computer store. As an Apple Authorized Campus Store, we are able to offer Apple computers and software at educationally discounted prices. MicroChips also offers a large selection of iPads and iPods. We stock all the needed accessories, from headphones and flash drives to computer cases and sleeves. If you can't find what you are looking for, please let us know, we can place an order for you!

MicroChips also offers a wide selection of Beats by Dr. Dre headphones and accessories. Styles are available in wired, wireless, and earphones. Listen to music or watch films on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod with powerful, precise sound. With its family of industry-leading headphones, earphones, and speakers, Beats offers music lovers around the world a studio-quality listening experience. The Beats Pill+ speaker is designed to fill the room with a rich clear sound field that has as much power as it does definition. Its innovation offers engaging features that bring people together for a unique shared listening experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

To take full advantage of the extensive technology resources CMU provides, students are strongly encouraged to have a personally-owned computer. Using technology will be a daily part of your life as a student.

Whether you're going to a group study session, heading home for Thanksgiving break, or simply want to be somewhere other than your desk, a laptop enables you to take your work with you. With CMU's wireless network, you can access the Internet and the many academic resources CMU provides online from many popular buildings.

You can stop by our MicroChips store anytime to test our Mac demos. The MicroChips store is located on the lower level of the Bovee University Center, next to the Down Under Food Court. All our Sales Associates are trained to assist you with any questions you may have.

Payments can be made by Cash, Check, Credit Card, or Student Account. We can only accept checks under $500. All transactions must be paid in full at the time of purchase. If you have any questions regarding a Student Account purchase please contact the Student Service Court.

Apple Computers come with a one-year limited warranty and up to 90 days of complimentary telephone technical support. To extend your coverage further, you can purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan or AppleCare+. AppleCare will cover any hardware issues you may have with your computer. MicroChips also offers Safeware Product Protection. Safeware covers accidental damage such as drops, cracked screens, liquid damage, power surges, mechanical failures, and electrical failures.
*some exclusions may apply to both warranties